How can an author use the fantastical elements of magical realism to illuminate a larger truth?
Standards
Students will react to text and exhibit critical thinking through journal responses. Students will also identify the type of thinking used in responses, encouraging metacognition and a broader range of responses.
Essential Question
How can an author use the fantastical elements of magical realism to illuminate a larger truth?Standards
Students will react to text and exhibit critical thinking through journal responses. Students will also identify the type of thinking used in responses, encouraging metacognition and a broader range of responses.RL.10.1, RL.10.10
Bellwork
Do the Daily Edit!Today's Anchor Text
"A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez.
Discussion and Modeling
Post and share group journal entries for "A Very Old Man With Enormous Wings." Discuss strengths and weaknesses.
What is Magical Realism?
Practice
With a partner, identify examples from the text of each element of magical realism.
Homework
Do a journal entry of your own for the Marquez short story. Make sure to correctly identify the LOT.